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Arcade Archives: Ridge Racer (2025)

Arcade Archives: Ridge Racer cover
Developer
Namco
Publisher
Hamster Corporation
Platforms
PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Genres
Racing, Arcade
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

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How it feels

A fast-paced arcade racer that feels like a challenging time trial against a ghost car, with a focus on precision and drifting.

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About

A port of Ridge Racer, a racing game released by Bandai in 1993. It was originally released in arcades for the Namco System 22 hardware. The game has four modes to choose from, including three difficulty levels – Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced - as well as T. T. (Time Trial), where players compete one-on-one against a rival car to achieve the best time. Additionally, a DX version featuring support for an H-shifter and clutch is also included.

Screenshots

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